Texas Spine Center

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 18:49:00 GMT

Texas Spine Center offers specials for non insured spinal patients.

We also provide custom specialized packages to meet your financail needs.

Please contact or call our office (281-469-0339) for further information Today!

Disc Replacement

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 16:00:34 GMT

Although fusion surgery may be effective in eliminating pain symptoms, patients may experience limited flexibility in that particular area of the spine due to immobilization of the vertebrae between the disc. The CHARITÉ™ artificial disc is designed in such a way that it allows your spine to move similar to a normal disc level, giving you room to bend more freely. Another benefit offered by disc replacement with the CHARITÉ™ artificial disc is that, unlike spinal fusion, it does not need a bone graft for the procedure.

If you are seeking an alternative to spinal fusion, then disc replacement with the CHARITÉ™ artificial disc may be your solution. This procedure is recommended for patients with a diseased disc between L4 and L5 or L5 and S1. Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) results from a worn or injured disc and causes back pain. Dr. Siddiqi can confirm your disc related low back pain by history, x-rays, or other diagnostic imaging. Patients receiving the CHARITÉ™ Artificial Disc should have failed at least six months of conservative treatment such as pain medication, back brace, and therapy measures.

Are you interested in finding out if you are a candidate for the CHARITÉ™ Artificial Disc?

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Non Operative Care for Spinal Condition

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 15:33:55 GMT

Dr. Shah N. Siddiqi specializes in treating patients who suffer from neck pain, lower back pain, arm pain and leg pain, as well as numbness and weakness in these areas.

Dr. Siddiqi provides patients with a comprehensive approach to diagnosing all spinal conditions, including a thorough evaluation using the latest technological advancements. Dr. Siddiqi believes in evaluating patients promptly and educating them on their diagnosis, so they can play an active role in the decision-making and treatment process.

After making a diagnosis, Dr. Siddiqi and his staff at the Texas Spine Center will often recommend a non-surgical approach to spinal treatment, including physical therapy, epidural steroid injections and analgesic. If non-surgical treatment proves unsuccessful, additional options include minimally invasive spinal surgery, which allows for a quick recovery time, or in some cases, complex spinal surgery may be required.

Click below to read about non-operative care for spinal treatments:

Chronic Spine Pain Management
Spinal Injections
Physical Therapy
VAX-D

Sciatica

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 15:06:29 GMT

Sciatica is the term describing pain that runs from your back or buttocks down your leg and into your foot. This condition is caused by either compression or trauma of the sciatic nerve and is made worse when you cough or lift your leg up while laying down.

Sciatica symptoms may begin abruptly and often grow worse at night. Sciatica implies that there is an irritation of your nerve root in the lower part of your spine. In some instances, this could be due to a ruptured or herniated disc in your lower back.

How is sciatica treated?

There are many non-operative treatments to alleviate sciatic pain and discomfort, including heat and ice treatments and over-the-counter or prescription medications.

If your pain is severe, Dr. Siddiqi may recommend an epidural steroid injection, which delivers steroids directly to the painful area around the sciatic nerve to help decrease the inflammation that may be causing the pain.

Surgical treatments for sciatica
If sciatica pain does not improve in six to twelve weeks, Dr. Siddiqi may discuss spinal surgery options with you. Once such procedure is microdiscectomy.

If you are experiencing sciatica pain, contact the Texas Spine Center today for a diagnostic evaluation.

Minimally Invasive Surgery

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 19:41:35 GMT

Due to advances in disc decompression surgery, minimally invasive techniques using endoscopes and microscopes now allow for smaller surgical incisions. Shorter recovery times from surgery means getting back to the things you enjoy.

Minimally invasive techniques that may be recommended by Dr. Siddiqi include:

Percutaneous Discectomy

Endoscopic Discectomy

Microscopic Discectomy

Microendoscopic Discectomy

Spinal Fusion

Percutaneous Spinal Instrumentation

Vax-D Therapy

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 19:37:40 GMT

VAX-D (Vertebral Axial Decompression) is a revolutionary, non-invasive treatment for patients who suffer from chronic low back pain, as well as leg pain and numbness caused from herniated or degenerated discs and posterior facet syndrome. Patients who have had back surgery, yet continue to experience pain, may also be candidates for VAX-D. Dr. Siddiqi understands that back pain can disrupt the lives of his patients, making it difficult for them to complete simple tasks or enjoy certain activities. While back pain is usually treated with a combination of therapies, including medication, bed-rest, chiropractic care, physical therapy and exercise, many of these treatments only temporarily reduce symptoms. VAX-D is the only medical device that delivers treatment through its patented logarithmic decompression curve. The treatment is designed to relieve pressure on structures that may be causing back pain usually associated with bulging or herniated discs and degenerative disc disease....

Physical Therapy

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 19:33:49 GMT

Frequent episodes of low back pain (those lasting between two and six weeks) are indications for possible physical therapy treatments. By completing physical therapy sessions and back pain exercises, patients should experience a decrease in back pain and an increase in muscle function. Physical therapy also educates patients on how to continue a maintenance program that can prevent further recurrences of pain. Dr. Siddiqi will assess your back condition and prior medical history to determine if physical therapy is a proper form of treatment for your pain. Two types of therapy are common: Passive Physical Therapy Passive physical therapy focuses on decreasing pain and is considered passive because the procedures are done to the patient, not by the patient. Examples of passive therapies include: Heat/ice packs for heat therapy and cold therapy Both heat and ice help reduce muscle spasm and inflammation and are usually applied for 10-20 minutes once every two hours. These...

Spinal Injections

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 19:22:35 GMT

Spinal injections are performed either to confirm a suspected diagnosis and/or to reduce pain and inflammation for patients who suffer from chronic spine pain. An epidural steroid injection is a non-surgical approach to treating chronic spine pain and does not serve as a cure for the problem. However, the injection delivers steroids directly to the area of pain to help decrease inflammation that may serve as a source of the pain. Spinal nerves can become inflamed due to irritation from a damaged disc or from contact with a bone spur. The medication from the epidural steroid injection is placed in the epidural space, which is a sleeve-like space around the dura (the membrane that covers the nerve roots in the spine). The process of natural healing can occur more quickly once inflammation is reduced. Results indicate that an epidural steroid injection can significantly reduce pain for approximately 50% of patients. Epidural steroid injection procedure This procedure usually lasts...

Chronic Spine Pain Management

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 19:14:00 GMT

Managing chronic spine pain requires a certain mindset, and often the support of family, loved ones and others who are experiencing the same condition. Dr. Siddiqi and his staff may recommend one or more of the following techniques to assist in the non-operative care of chronic spine pain management: Comprehensive diagnostic evaluation: The first step in managing chronic spine pain is to receive a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation to determine the severity of the pain, as well as determine a recommended treatment plan. Physical therapy: Both active and passive physical therapy treatments are helpful in managing chronic spine pain. Click here to read more about both of these treatments. Occupational therapy: Occupational therapy differs from physical therapy in that it is intended to help patients whose daily lives have been significantly affected by a health condition. Occupational therapists help patients achieve a higher level of independence by working with them to...

Symptoms and Causes of Spinal Pain

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 19:09:17 GMT

Low back pain can originate from a variety of sources such as muscle trauma, spinal conditions such as disc disease, or conditions related to the nervous system. It is important for Dr. Siddiqi to determine the exact cause of a patient's low back pain due to the complex composition of the human spine and the variety of conditions that can give rise to the pain. Some of these causes are listed below: Mechanical Disorders As a result of the natural wear and tear that occurs with aging, certain parts of the spine start to degenerate and wear out with age. This process makes some of the anatomic structures of the spine, including the bones, intervertebral discs, ligaments and muscles less flexible and less resistant to injury. Inflammatory & Infectious Disorders Though infections and inflammation of the spine are rare, if they are neglected for a period of time, or if there is a delay in diagnosis, they can become a significant source of pain and disability. Bone and joint...